College Coop Student -Area Distribution Engineering Technician - Perth - 4 Months - Fall 2026

Hydro One Networks Inc•Perth, ON

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 4-month temporary co-op position for Fall 2026, located in Perth. The role involves assisting with engineering investigations for new customer connections and upgrades, preparing sketches and details for crossings, meeting with external representatives, preparing and processing billing authorizations and permits, carrying out staking activities, preparing job estimates, collecting delinquent accounts, and providing field data for engineering studies. The position also includes routine meter changes and readings. The student will gain a solid understanding of the Area Distribution Engineering Technician role, be exposed to various methods, procedures, equipment, and programs, and perform hands-on functions within the ADET department.

Requirements

Students enrolled in the Electrical or Civil Engineering Tech Programs, minimum 1st year.
Daily reporting and attendance to the Area Office.
Candidates must have a valid and current G2 class driver’s license.
Students must be enrolled in post-secondary level studies and be returning to full-time studies upon the completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made in cases where students require a work term in order to graduate.
If an international student, must have obtained a proper work permit and a Social Insurance Number (SIN).

Responsibilities

Assist with Engineering Investigations for new customer connections and upgrades.
Complete a Layout in accordance with current business practices and policies for forwarding to the Field Business Centre.
Prepare sketches and associated details for water, rail and pipeline crossings for use by others.
Meet with representatives of telephone, cable TV companies, other utilities and government agencies and obtain reaction to proposed joint use agreements.
Prepare and process billing authorization and permits, as necessary.
Carry out staking activities and prepare staking data.
Prepare and report job estimates including instruction order with activities, taking into consideration such variables as structures, spans, soil types, components, and work methods based on field observations and input from Supervisor.
Collect delinquent accounts and restoration of same upon payment of account.
Provide field data for engineering studies.
Carry out routine meter changes and readings.
Assisting with or completing on your own: Cable locates, new line staking, negotiating easements, design of new/upgraded services, voltage conversions, mapping, computer work, dealing with customer issues, and utilizing test equipment.